Seniors Services
Kalwun Seniors Services aim to assist older people and their carers with services including help at home and help getting out into the community.
Our service is here to support you (those eligible) to remain independent in community and at home with a focus on your goals and care needs.
Commonwealth Home Support Program
The Commonwealth Home Support Program provides a range of entry-level aged care services.
Flexible Aged Care Program (NATSIFAC)
If you're an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person who enjoys living independently but just needs a bit of support, you might be eligible for National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flexible Aged Care (NATSIFAC).
What is NATSIFAC?
NATSIFAC is a fast, flexible, and culturally supported in-home and community care program designed to help those who need a little extra assistance to live comfortably at home. We believe in working with you, not for you, to ensure you receive the care and support that respects culture and your independence.
It's about more than just care; it's about connection and encouragement so you can live your life to the fullest every day!
What can NATSIFAC help with?
Chef-prepared, ready-to-go meals
Domestic assistance
Social support with connection and cultural activities
Support with shopping and meal preparation
Transport services medical and social visits
Help with yard maintenance
Eligibility
NATSIFAC is available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals aged 50+ (or 45+ if you're on a low income or at risk of homelessness).
This is more than just an aged-care service, it’s a unique, culturally appropriate program created by mob, for mob.
Accessing the service
If you think you or someone you know might be eligible, don’t hesitate to reach out! So don’t be shame, if you think you or someone you know might be eligible, contact us now for a yarn!
Phone 07 5522 9197 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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Home Care Packages
Kalwun Seniors Services Home Care Packages provide services to help you stay at home as long as possible by providing services that support your assessed needs.
Wellness Centre
Kalwun Community Care Service offers a Wellness Centre located in the tranquil surrounds of the Bonogin Valley.You can come and kick back or be involved in the variety of weekly programs and activities on offer including, but not limited to:
Arts and crafts
Aqua exercise at the local pools
Movies and Ipads
BBQs and picnics
Bingo
Lawn bowls
Light exercise and walking track at Bonogin
Shopping and trips to Op shops or local/seasonal markets
Friday outings.(check out this months calendar!)
Cultural activities and events
Our Wellness Centre community can also sign up for weekly day-trips and places of interest are driven by what you want to do.
For your convenience, the centre also has a range of visiting allied health services including a physio and occupational therapist.
Home-made morning tea and lunches are provided by our Chef and Kalwun meals provide hearty meals delivered to your door with a social check in weekly.
Join us Mondays and Wednesdays at Upper Coomera Community Centre and Bonogin centres for our Cultural days.
Check out our exciting Wellness Centre activity calendars for this month for Bonogin and Coomera and get in touch if you want to be a part of our exciting events and places of culture and connection.
Come in and try the centre for yourself.
Location and contact details
118 Bonogin Road, Bonogin QLDPO Box 2588, Burleigh Waters QLD 4220Phone: (07) 5522 9197
Eligibility
The program is for people aged 65 years and over (50 years and over for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people).
Accessing the service
To access this service you will need to contact My Aged Care. Visit www.myagedcare.gov.au to find information about aged care and accessing the services that are right for you or call the My Aged Care contact centre on 1800 200 422 from 8am – 8pm Monday to Friday and 10am – 2pm Saturday (your local time, no matter where in Australia you live).
